Welcome to Tanzania’s second-highest mountain, offering unforgettable experiences and an acclimatization refuge for Mount Kilimanjaro climbers. The park, teeming with wildlife, is ideal for a day trip. Enjoy activities such as game drives, mountain climbing, walking safaris, canoeing, cycling and horse riding.

Conservation efforts in the area date back to 1907 when it was a cattle ranch. In 1960, the area was designated as Ngurdoto Crater National Park. Following the annexation of Mount Meru, the park was renamed Arusha National Park, covering 322 km².

Despite its small size and some inaccessibility, the park hosts a variety of wildlife. Two Big 5 species—buffalo and elephant—are present, though leopard sightings are rare. Giraffes, zebras, warthogs, hippos, and various antelope species thrive here. Primate sightings, including colobus and blue monkeys, are common. With over 400 bird species, including waterfowl, trogons, and turacos, it’s a great spot for wildlife lovers.

Arusha National Park is a paradise for birdwatchers, with over 400 recorded species. The Momella Lakes attract flamingos, herons, and pelicans, while forests and savannahs host turacos, hornbills and eagles, offering incredible birding opportunities in a stunning natural setting.

This open area, a natural glade with marshes, bushes, and streams, attracts animals like buffaloes, warthogs, and giraffes. The buffaloes and warthogs spend their days grazing, resting, and wallowing in the mud holes.